St. Charles Parish, Louisiana
St. Charles Parish sits along the Mississippi River, about 20 miles west of New Orleans. It’s a place where history and industry come together, with antebellum homes standing alongside massive oil refineries.
The parish is known for its swamps and bayous, and kids enjoy splashing in the river on hot summer days. Lake Pontchartrain lies to the north, while Lake Salvador is located to the south.
The Bonnet Carré Spillway offers a unique spot for bird watching and fishing when it isn’t being used to divert floodwaters. You’ll mostly find a mix of small-town charm and suburban convenience.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | St. Charles Parish |
| Parish Seat | Hahnville |
| Etymology | Named after Saint Charles |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Destrehan, Luling, Hahnville, Norco, St. Rose, Boutte, Paradis, Ama, Killona |
| Interstates and Highways | I-10, I-310, US-61, US-90, LA-18 |
| FIPS Code | 22-089 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 411 square miles (279 sq mi land, 132 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Jefferson Parish (East), Lafourche Parish (Southwest), St. John the Baptist Parish (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 29.9275° N, 90.3414° W |
| Major Landmarks | Destrehan Plantation, Ormond Plantation, Bonnet Carré Spillway, St. Charles Parish Courthouse, Wetland Watchers Park |
| Population | Approximately 54,000 |
